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Salvage radical prostatectomy.

B Shekarriz1, J Upadhyay, J E Pontes

  • 1University of California, San Francisco, California, USA.

The Urologic Clinics of North America
|October 10, 2001
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Salvage prostatectomy offers a cure for selected patients with radiorecurrent prostate cancer. While complications exist, careful counseling ensures patient satisfaction with treatment outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Oncology
  • Surgical Oncology

Background:

  • Radiorecurrent prostate cancer presents significant treatment challenges.
  • Salvage surgery is a viable, though complex, option for select patients.
  • Radiation cystitis can necessitate advanced surgical interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and outcomes of salvage prostatectomy for radiorecurrent prostate cancer.
  • To assess the indications and results of cystoprostatectomy in specific patient subgroups.
  • To analyze the impact of salvage procedures on patient quality of life.

Main Methods:

  • Review of salvage prostatectomy outcomes in patients with radiorecurrent prostate cancer.
  • Analysis of cystoprostatectomy indications and results, including orthotopic urinary diversion.

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  • Assessment of long-term complications and patient satisfaction following salvage procedures.

    • Main Results:

    • Salvage prostatectomy provides the best chance for cure in carefully selected patients.
    • Cystoprostatectomy is indicated for fibrotic bladders or severe radiation cystitis.
    • Exenterative surgery for locally advanced disease yields inferior results.
    • Orthotopic urinary diversion is feasible in motivated patients.
    • Despite incontinence and impotence, most patients are satisfied with outcomes.

    Conclusions:

    • Salvage prostatectomy is an effective treatment for radiorecurrent prostate cancer in selected individuals.
    • Careful patient selection and preoperative counseling are crucial for managing expectations and ensuring satisfaction.
    • While associated with morbidity, salvage procedures offer significant long-term survival benefits.